Mariann Kurosu

Mariann Kurosu worked as a graduate research assistant for the Center for Real Estate while working towards her master’s in economics and quantitative analysis, which she will graduate with this December. She encourages her classmates to embrace the opportunity to learn and build their critical thinking skills and network by getting to know their peers.

Mariann is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Maame Adwoa Ankrah

Maame Adwoa Ankrah was interested in going to Wichita State for its affordability and for the atmosphere of the city of Wichita. While it was first a challenge to adjust to a new culture, she was able to succeed with the support of her peers and mentors and will graduate with her master’s degree in Spanish with no regrets.

Maame is one of more than 1,400 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Provost Shirley Lefever hands a Shocker their diploma

More than 1,400 students are eligible to participate in Wichita State University’s 126th fall commencement ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17 in Charles Koch Arena.

All graduates will walk across the stage and be individually recognized. Doctoral candidates will be hooded at the ceremony.

Speaking to the graduates this year are Gene and Yolanda Camarena. Gene Camarena is the president and CEO of La Raza Pizza Inc., and Yolanda Camarena has been an advocate for social justice and equity in education. They are also the founders of the Shocker Adelante Scholars scholarship program, which they started in 2020.

Best of Wichita gold and silver badges. Thank you, Shocker Nation!

The Wichita Eagle has announced the winners of its annual Best of Wichita competition, and Wichita State was voted top three in multiple categories, including a gold placement as the best college/university in Wichita.

Below is a list of all of Wichita State’s placements:

  • Wichita State University was voted gold for best college/university.
  • The WSU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic was voted silver for best audiologist/hearing center.
  • The WSU Child Development Center was voted silver for best childcare.

And one of Wichita State’s Innovation Campus partners, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, was voted gold for best tacos in Wichita.

We thank Shocker Nation for their participation in the voting process.

Ryan Littlejohn worked his way through Wichita State University with instructors who helped him with the balancing act of academics and a busy life.

Ryan is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Courtney Lockhart

Courtney Lockhart enjoys escaping to nearby Lake Afton Park to fish and relax. He works for the Student Outreach and Support/CARE Team in Student Affairs at Wichita State University.

Courtney is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Amanda Morales

Amanda Morales found it difficult to balance her studies while being a mother and wife and working full-time, but through the support of those around her, she was able to persist and will now graduate this fall with her bachelor’s degree in education.

Amanda is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Mariana Vazquez Serna

Mariana Vazquez Serna got involved at Wichita State, making connections with her peers and professors by joining clubs and attending events on campus, something she advises other students to do during their time at WSU. She will work as an associate for an accounting firm after graduating with her BBA in accounting.

Mariana is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.

Shocker volleyball will face Montana State in the NIVC tournament semifinal match at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 in Charles Koch Arena.

The game comes after a 3-0 victory against Drake Dec. 6

Gaby Malache

Gabriela Malache, who goes by Gaby, is a Wichita native graduating with her BA in exercise science. She found it difficult to adapt to a fully online learning environment, but she took every advantage to step out of her comfort zone when she got back to campus, which she says other students should do as well.

Gaby is one of more than 1,300 students eligible for fall 2023 graduation. Learn more about her time at Wichita State and what’s next for the grad.